Aspen Ski Vacations

Aspen Mountain has long been known as the playpen

of the rich and famous – and it is. But it is also a

great place to take a family ski vacation. Christmas

in Aspen is especially wonderful! Aspen Mountain

rises above the town of Aspen, with a top elevation

of 11215 feet and a vertical drop of 3269 feet. There

are 76 trails suitable for beginners, intermediates,

and experts, accessible by eight lifts, including

seven chair lifts and one cable car line.



While Aspen has much to offer skiers, as well as

those who enjoy the night life in a ski town, you

should expect lots of crowds and lift lines on the

slopes. Again, this is the playpen of the rich and

famous, and many people choose this ski vacation

spot simply for that reason – as well as for the great

runs and nightlife.



There are numerous places to stay in and around

Aspen, with more than 100 restaurants to choose

from as well. Ski instructions and equipment rental

are abundant in the area, and snowboarders are